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Chevron Terminal
June 10th, 2011 by Fiedler Group
San Diego, CA
With a global refining capacity of more than 2-million barrels of oil per day and a marketing network of more than 22,000 retail outlets on six continents, Chevron is one of the world’s largest integrated energy companies.
Fiedler Group assisted on several projects at Chevron’s San Diego terminal, providing these services:
- entitlement,
- permitting,
- civil drawings for street improvements,
- seismic retrofit of offices and warehouses, and
- landscape design.
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Chevron
June 8th, 2011 by Patrick Fiedler
Various locations
Founded in 1879, Chevron has grown to be one of the largest corporations in the petroleum industry – supporting retail outlets on six continents.
Fiedler Group was retained by the oil powerhouse first in 1983 to assist their marketing network with design, engineering, permitting and construction support.
The relationship has since grown across a history of over 500 respective projects – including the first co-branding of McDonald’s and Chevron in 1996.
We provided site survey’s, entitlement, design, permitting services for a wide range of Chevron program scopes throughout California – managing all areas of project implementation, and insuring the program’s ultimate success.
Typical projects included:
- ADA / Reimaging surveys,
- Extra Mile conversions,
- new facility design,
- raze and rebuild of existing facilities,
- fuel compliance,
- building additions, and
- signage upgrades.
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Chevron Terminal
June 8th, 2011 by Patrick Fiedler
San Diego, CA
With a global refining capacity of more than 2-million barrels of oil per day and a marketing network of more than 22,000 retail outlets on six continents, Chevron is one of the world’s largest integrated energy companies.
Fiedler Group assisted on several projects at Chevron’s San Diego terminal, providing these services:
- entitlement,
- permitting,
- civil drawings for street improvements,
- seismic retrofit of offices and warehouses, and
- landscape design.
Contact us today to learn how we can help you with your project!
REFLECTING ON OUR PROGRESS: ADVANCING ALTERNATIVE FUELING INFRASTRUCTURE
July 26th, 2024 by Fiedler Group
As we roll into the middle of the year, the long days of summer provide us with the perfect opportunity to reflect on our journey towards a low and zero-emission future. Fiedler Group has made significant strides in advancing alternative fueling infrastructure, and this progress has been shaped by the valuable experiences and collaborations we’ve had along the way.
Highlights from Key Industry Events
One of the standout moments this year was attending the ACT Expo 2024 in Las Vegas. This event allowed us to reconnect with industry leaders and discuss groundbreaking alternative fueling projects. It was an inspiring experience, filled with innovative ideas and forward-thinking solutions that are driving the future of transportation.
Fiedler Group also had the honor of participating in The California Hydrogen Leadership Summit as a sponsor. This summit was a fantastic platform for engaging with government leaders and fostering collaborations between the public and private sectors. Our discussions focused on advancing low- and zero-emission transportation technologies, infrastructure, and ultra-low carbon fuels for commercial transportation. These conversations are crucial in bridging the gap between policy and implementation, ensuring a cohesive approach to sustainable transportation.
Celebrating Collaborative Successes
Our achievements wouldn’t be possible without the trust and support of our clients and associates. We’re grateful for the opportunities to be part of groundbreaking projects that are setting new standards in the industry.
One such project is the Chevron Heavy Duty Vehicle CNG fueling initiative. We’re proud to have contributed to Chevron’s plan to expand access to low-carbon fuels for heavy-duty vehicles. This project is a testament to the power of collaboration in driving meaningful change.
We’re also excited about our ongoing work on innovative projects like the Nikola – HYLA high-pressure modular refueling station in Ontario, California, and the NorCAL ZERO project. These first of their kind initiatives are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in alternative fueling infrastructure, and we’re thrilled to be at the forefront of this transformation.
Looking Ahead
As we continue to build on these successes, Fiedler Group is committed to driving the transition towards a more sustainable future. The journey is far from over, but with the support of our clients, partners, and industry leaders, we’re confident that we’re on the right path. Thank you for being a part of this incredible journey. Together, we can achieve a cleaner, greener future for all.
Fueling the Future: The Montebello Project’s Journey to Sustainable Transportation
October 25th, 2023 by Fiedler Group
In an era where environmental concerns are at the forefront of discussions, projects that champion sustainability and innovation deserve recognition. One such project that stands out is the Montebello Heavy-Duty Vehicle RNG (Renewal Natural Gas) Fueling Station, located at 601 S. Vail Avenue. The Montebello project is the third of its kind designed and permitted by Fiedler Group and project managed and constructed by Wayne Perry Inc. (WPI) for Chevron. This project not only promotes clean energy but also exemplifies the power of engineering and design in overcoming challenges when bringing this important technology to market.
What is Renewable Natural Gas and Why Does it Matter?
Renewable natural gas, or RNG, is biogas that has been upgraded and placed in the conventional natural gas system. It is produced from multiple sources, including livestock waste, landfills, wastewater sludge, food waste and other organic waste operations. RNG can be used for electricity generation, thermal functions like heating and cooking, bioplastics and vehicle fuel.
As an integral part of its portfolio of solutions, Chevron works with its partners in the United States to convert methane from cow waste into RNG for use in heavy-duty vehicles. One day RNG will help reduce the life cycle carbon intensity of transportation fuels while meeting the world’s growing energy needs. Moreover, RNG is essential for the growth of lower carbon fuel markets and can help reduce the impact of organic wastes.
A Vision for Sustainability
In an era where sustainability and environmental stewardship are keystones to reducing carbon emissions, the Chevron Montebello project emerges as a significant step towards a greener future in transportation. Committed to reducing carbon emissions and promoting clean energy alternatives, Chevron contracted WPI to design and build the Heavy-Duty Vehicle RNG fueling station. This station will make a substantial impact by offering an eco-friendly alternative to traditional fossil fuels.
Given their extensive experience with both CNG and LNG, Fiedler Group was contracted to provide Front-End Engineering and Design (FEED) services for this project. Fiedler Group played a pivotal role in turning Chevron’s sustainability vision into a reality by delivering a comprehensive range of engineering and project management services, that included entitlement processing, construction documents, and permitting.
However, the path to achieving this vision was not without its share of challenges. The Montebello project found its home on a portion of the existing Montebello Chevron Terminal that lacked power infrastructure, proper drainage and the appropriate ingress and egress. Although these deficiencies were challenging, Fiedler Group’s expertise was brought to bear to provide innovative solutions and creative strategies to fulfill Chevron’s sustainability goals.
The culmination of these efforts was marked on September 8, 2023, with the successful completion of the RNG fueling station. This accomplishment signifies not only a step forward in Chevron’s commitment to an eco-friendlier future but also a testament to how collaboration between industry leaders, innovative engineering, an experienced general contractor, and a dedication to environmental responsibility can lead to transformative results.
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FIEDLER GROUP MARKS 65TH YEAR WITH GROWTH AND EXPANSION
December 13th, 2022 by Fiedler Group
As landmark anniversaries go, 65 years is significant. It’s not often that companies can claim such an accomplishment. Never satisfied with mainstream status quo, Fiedler Group has spent the last 65 years in a state of growth and renewal building upon the premise of Fiedler-firsts in both design and innovation. Always working to stay ahead of the curve, Fiedler Group has built its reputation by ushering in new designs, pivoting services to meet expanding customer needs, and navigating challenging projects across the nation.
Since celebrating our 60th anniversary 5 years ago, Fiedler Group has witnessed tremendous growth in the alternative energies field, taking on programs and projects from some of the world’s largest and most respected Fortune 100. From Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) stations to Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) Heavy Duty Vehicle (HDV) fueling, state-of-the-art Electric EV Charging and Heavy-Duty Vehicle (HDV) and Light Duty Vehicle (LDV) Hydrogen fueling facilities, Fiedler Group has helped to usher in the next age of fuel offerings for both commercial and public clientele.
Below is a small sampling of projects showing the progression of alternative fuels technology over the last 5 years and how Fiedler Group has been involved.
2017 – Champagne-Urbana Project
Fiedler Group was proud to participate in the Champaign-Urbana Mass Transit District (MTD) project to construct a state-of-the-art hydrogen production, storage and fueling station to power hydrogen fuel-cell buses. Trillium contracted with Fiedler Group to design and engineer upgrades to MTD’s facilities with classified electrical, mechanical, and heating systems in accordance with NFPA2 standards with the permanent station producing hydrogen using electrolysis.
MTD operates a fleet of approximately sixteen 60-foot articulated buses, five 30-foot buses, and ninety 40-foot transit buses in the cities of Champaign and Urbana, the Village of Savoy, and on the University of Illinois campus. With successful completion of this project, MTD became the first transit system in the country to operate 60-foot articulated buses powered by hydrogen fuel cells.
2018 – First Hydrogen Facility for Freight and Port of Long Beach, Shell/Toyota
As part of the Alternative and Renewable Fuel and Vehicle Technology Program, the California Energy Commission (CEC) awarded $8 million in a joint venture between Toyota and Equilon Enterprises LLC, doing business as Shell Oil Products US to develop the first hydrogen-truck refueling station at the Port of Long Beach. The program was created to aid in the development of hydrogen and electric infrastructure at ports, warehousing, and distribution centers in California, as well as encourage the use of zero-emission hydrogen fuel cell electric trucks in and around Long Beach, one of the world’s largest freight hubs.
Fiedler Group provided the Front-End Engineering and Design (FEED) as well as the Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) for the first of its kind, hydrogen HDV fueling facility at the Port of Long Beach.
Furthermore, Fiedler Group participated with Toyota in a “live-testing” project for short-haul, zero-emission truck prototypes transporting shipping containers between the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach and several freight depots up to 70 miles away.
With the successful completion of this project, Toyota became the first major automaker to enter the fuel cell market for Class 8 vehicles. The Toyota North America team said it decided to focus on a heavy rig truck to some extent because the vehicle could best demonstrate the fuel cell technology while contributing to cleaner air in heavily polluted Southern California.
Fiedler Group was responsible for the site screening, due diligence, site adaptation design and system integration, permitting, project management, and construction management for hydrogen fueling facilities throughout California and in Florida.
2019 – EVgo Project
EVgo and the City of Sacramento celebrated California’s first-ever curbside high-powered charging plaza for electric vehicles. EVgo, the nation’s largest public electric vehicle (EV) fast charging network, joined with the City of Sacramento to celebrate the public opening of California’s first-ever curbside high-powered charging plaza for electric vehicles at Southside Park. Fiedler Group was responsible for the site civil and electrical design, system integration and permitting.
2019 – Citrus Heights Hydrogen Shell Station
In 2019, Fiedler Group was team member with the California Fuel Cell Partnership and Shell Oil® working in partnership with the California Energy Commission, for a seven-station development program in Northern California.
These first-of-their-kind stations brought the latest in Hydrogen Fueling Technology to excited owners of Fuel Cell powered vehicles in the Sacramento and Bay areas. The first of these stations to open to the public was located in Citrus Heights. Fiedler Group provided due diligence, entitlement, design, engineering, obtained permits and construction management for this facility in only twelve months, eight months ahead of schedule.
This Sacramento area project represented the fifth facility that Fiedler Group designed, permitted, and managed construction for Shell. Featuring two fully independent Hydrogen fuel dispensers, this facility was designed to fuel passenger vehicles with some of the most advanced technology available today.
2020 – San Francisco’s First Hydrogen Stations
Fiedler Group designed, permitted, and managed construction of 3 stations offering 100% renewable hydrogen from biogas for Shell Oil as part of a California Energy Commission and California Fuel Cell Partnership.
Equipment and critical technology were provided by NEL Hydrogen® and construction of the new hydrogen fuel station on Harrison Street was provided by Fastech Inc. California and construction of the 3rd Street and Mission Street stations were provided by NCI, LLC. Each location was constructed with two fully independent hydrogen fuel dispensers that can fuel passenger vehicles with some of the most advanced technology available today.
2020 – Iwatani Futurity Projects
Fiedler Group was contracted by Iwatani Corporation of America to perform the multi-site program, Futurity. Fiedler Group services included both FEED and EPC services for six (6) light duty hydrogen fueling facilities located in Anaheim, Corona, Hawaiian Gardens, La Mirada, Santa Ana, and Seal Beach, California. All project sites were designed and constructed at existing retail petroleum stations.
As the Engineer of Record for the Futurity Program, Fiedler Group provided design expertise and technical oversight on each project. Front-End Engineering and Design (FEED) services included providing preliminary Conceptual Designs to ensure site viability; Entitlement processing including the completion of Site Investigation Reports (SIR) to evaluate capability and capacity for site development as well as barriers to execution; engineering and design sets for permitting and AHJ review; and construction management services, ensuring all sites were constructed to plan.
2020 – So Cal Gas Open New Heavy Duty CNG Fueling Station
In March of 2020, The Southern California Gas Co. (SoCalGas) opened a new Heavy-Duty Vehicle Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) fueling station in Bakersfield, California. Fiedler Group provided the architectural, civil, structural, fuel, and electrical design required for the Heavy-Duty Vehicle Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) fueling facility and the gasoline/diesel fleet fueling installation.
The new fueling facility was the fifteenth public SoCalGas-operated CNG fueling station to open to the public and exclusively offering renewable natural gas (RNG). RNG is a sustainable fuel made from methane that would otherwise be emitted from landfills, dairy farms, and other waste sources.
2021 – OCTAs Hydrogen Fueling Station Rollout
The Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) debuted 10 new hydrogen fuel cell buses as well as the nation’s largest fueling station located in Santa Ana, CA. The deployment not only demonstrated the technology capable of reducing greenhouse gas emissions but bolstered the push for upgrading current facilities to meet the growing demand of hydrogen-fueled vehicles.
The Center for Transportation and the Environment (CTE), specializing in the development of zero-emission solutions, organized and managed all phases of the innovative project, including the design and production of 10 buses, construction of a high-capacity fueling station capable of servicing up to 50 buses per day, and the upgrade of OCTA facilities to work safely on hydrogen-fueled vehicles.
Fiedler Group was a proud member of the ground-breaking project and was responsible for designing and engineering the upgrades to OCTA maintenance facilities that service hydrogen-powered vehicles. Fiedler Group’s experience in this new and evolving industry has allowed the firm to provide design, permitting, and entitlement services for the development and state-of-the-art construction of alternative fuel facilities as well as to navigate complex regulations and hurdles often associated with this new technology.
2022 – Shell Compressed Natural Gas, Carson
Fiedler Group’s design completion led way to construction of the Shell Renewable Compressed Natural Gas Fueling Site in Carson, California.
Fiedler Group was contracted to provide design, permitting and engineering services for the CNG dispensing station at the existing ethanol loading facility to enable the conversion of seven delivery trucks from diesel fuel to renewable CNG fuel. The CNG dispensing station includes three CNG dispensers, a 20-foot-tall canopy over the dispensers, and a CNG system compound with two compressors, one dryer, and three CNG storage tanks. Furthermore, the CNG facility will be supported by a new 3,200-foot-long natural gas pipeline located on the property.
2022 – Shell Neptune Program
Shell Oil contracted with Fiedler Group for an 18-month program to design and permit a minimum of 15 hydrogen project sites located throughout California. Tasked with completing preliminary, feasibility, and design services, Fiedler Group is working with both Shell and local authorities to add hydrogen services to existing traditional fuel stations or new build sites.
We’ve Come A Long Way…
Fiedler Group’s success is not only credited to the talented staff contributing to each of its projects, but also to the vision of founder Fred Stanton Fiedler. After serving in World War II, Fred went to work for the Union Oil Company of California where he managed the retail construction and engineering department for more than eleven years, completing more than 800 service fuel stations across the Western United States. After Union Oil reached its refinery capacity and no more service stations were commissioned, Fred founded the engineering company that would eventually become Fiedler Group – Fred Fiedler & Associates (FF&A).
In 2002, after working side by side with his father for 20 years, Patrick Fiedler purchased FF&A and in 2004, the firm rebranded itself as Fiedler Group to reflect the growing breadth of engineering and multi-dimensional design services offered.
Patrick Fiedler, Sr. pictured at opening ceremony of first Shell Hydrogen Fuel Station. 
Since inception, FF&A/Fiedler Group has worked alongside our clients designing and engineering innovative concepts into reality. As a leader in fuel station design, Fiedler Group has enabled major petroleum companies to pivot to their customers’ changing needs with the introduction and shifting of full-service to self-service fueling operations, the spear-heading of service solutions to clean air initiatives, answering the call for greater convenience, and the push for alternate fuel design including methanol, compressed natural gas, liquefied natural gas, and hydrogen. Through it all, consumer expectations have been placed in the forefront, and progress pursued.
A great deal has changed within the petrochemical and automotive industries over the decades, but Fiedler Group has remained consistent in its vision: we are dedicated to innovation in engineering and design, and we will continue to evolve along with our client’s needs.
65th Anniversary Week of Events
Fiedler Group marked its 65-Year Anniversary with a full week of corporate events culminating in a celebration at the Castle Green venue located in Pasadena, California.
Founded on the three tenants of Valuing People, Delivering Quality Projects, and Providing Superior Customer Service, Fiedler Group kicked-off the week with team member trainings on the Anatomy of a Project, highlighting key services required to successfully deliver quality projects to our clients.
The week also included various team building events, from joining forces to escape a post-apocalyptic bunker to engaging in friendly teamwork competitions to build and donate military care packages to service members overseas.
Fiedler Group is extremely grateful for the success it has achieved over the last 65 years. We have been privileged to work with interesting clients on leading-edge projects and look to a promising future ahead!
Patrick Fiedler, Sr. pictured with several Fiedler Group alumnae. 
Former colleagues, forever friends.
To learn more about Fiedler Group services and projects, please visit www.fiedlergroup.com.
From Brownfields Site to Green Technology: Port of Los Angeles Set to Advance a Zero-Emissions Future Through Its Fuel Cell Electric Technology Demonstration
June 29th, 2021 by Fiedler Group
The Port of Los Angeles, along with several key technology partners, is set to introduce five new hydrogen-powered fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEV) and two hydrogen fueling stations as part of the Shore-to-Store (S2S) demonstration designed to advance the Port’s Clean Air Action Plan.
Read the rest of this entry »Celebrating Fiedler Group’s 60th Anniversary
May 1st, 2017 by Fiedler Group
2017 marks Fiedler Group’s 60th year anniversary. Over the past six decades, Fiedler Group has seen remarkable changes in the service and engineering industry, while continually implementing innovative solutions to remain on the cutting edge. Read the rest of this entry »
Clients
July 26th, 2013 by Patrick Fiedler
Alternative Fuels Clients
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Hydrogen Facilities
June 14th, 2013 by Fiedler Group
Since its founding in 1957, Fiedler Group has prided itself in being a leading supplier of innovative engineering and architectural design services. It’s this commitment that consistently positions Fiedler Group among industry leaders — revolutionizing technologies, processes, and advancements.
Working closely with all three big energy partners — Shell, BP, and Chevron, Fiedler Group has participated in the development of eight different hydrogen fueling stations.
Our project development services have included:
- Site Investigation Reports (SIR’s) – for initial site identification and screening
- Site adaption design and system integration
- Facility modifications to accommodate servicing hydrogen powered vehicles.
- Station permitting
- Project management
- Construction management
Fiedler Group assisted our energy partners with the development of numerous different hydrogen generation and distribution fueling applications:
Hydrogen generation through Steam Methane Reforming (SMR) of natural gas and water into hydrogen in these locations:
- Chevron, Chino, CA. (February, 2005)
- Chevron, Orlando, FL. (May, 2007)
- Shell, Newport Beach, CA. (July, 2012) – The first high-pressure hydrogen fueling station aimed at private consumers in California, and the first to serve four hydrogen-powered vehicles at the same time.
Hydrogen generated on-site using electrolysis to convert city water into purified hydrogen in these locations:
- BP, Los Angeles International Airport, CA. (October, 2004)
- Chevron, Rosemead, CA. (May, 2007)
- Shell, West Los Angeles, CA. (November, 2008) – The first integrated gasoline/hydrogen station in California
Hydrogen delivered to site in tube trailers:
- Shell, Culver City, CA (June, 2009)
Hydrogen delivered directly to site by tapping into an existing hydrogen pipeline:
- Shell, Torrance, CA. (June, 2011) – A collaborative effort between Shell, Toyota, Air Products, South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD), and the Department of Energy (DOE) which was the nation’s first station to tap directly into an existing hydrogen pipeline, and first station capable of simultaneously refueling four vehicles at once from two dispensers
To learn more about Fiedler Group’s expertise in the alternative fuels industry, and how the Fiedler Group team can assist you with your project, contact us today.